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    Marica (en. Sissy)

    /maˈɾika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Colloquial and often derogatory term referring to a homosexual man.
    Example Sentence: In some countries, the use of the word 'marica' can be offensive.
    En algunos países, el uso de la palabra 'marica' puede ser ofensivo.
    Definition: It can also be used colloquially to describe a man who displays behaviors considered effeminate.
    Example Sentence: It is not correct to call someone 'marica' just because of the way they speak.
    No es correcto llamar a alguien 'marica' solo por su forma de hablar.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: The word 'marica' originates from Spanish, deriving from 'maricón', which in turn is related to 'María', a name that has been stigmatized in relation to homosexuality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: street marica
    Meaning: It refers to a homosexual man who expresses himself openly in society.
    marica de la calle
    Phrase: don't be a marica
    Meaning: Phrase used to try to belittle or criticize someone for behavior considered weak or effeminate.
    no seas marica
    Phrase: marica with marica
    Meaning: Expression that implies that homosexuals understand or support each other mutually.
    marica con marica

    Related Words

    Related Word: mariconada
    Description: Action or behavior related to being homosexual.
    mariconada
    Related Word: maricona
    Description: Augmentative and derogatory form in some contexts.
    maricona
    Related Word: effeminate
    Description: Man who exhibits characteristics typically associated with femininity.
    afeminado

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Refers to a man who does not act in a 'masculine' way.
    Example: That guy is a marica because he likes fashion.
    Ese tipo es un marica porque le gusta la moda.
    Slang Meaning: In some contexts, it is used among friends as a joke.
    Example: Come on, marica, cheer up and come to the party!
    ¡Vamos, marica, anímate y ven a la fiesta!